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July Wednesday 1st -Saturday 4th at 7.30pmGodspell By Stephen Schwarz and John-Michael TebelakKATSCome and see this young people's drama school perform one of the most popular of the Rock Musicals. 'Godspell' includes classic songs such as “Prepare Ye the Way of the Lord” and “Day by Day”. Tickets: £7, Conc. £6 |
July Sunday 5th from 1pm to 5pmEgyptian Belly Dance WorkshopShafeek IbrahimPart of the MUJU Festival. This is a workshop for all ages, backgrounds and abilities from beginner to professional. Shafeek believes anyone can learn to dance and his teaching style is fun and accessible. www.shafeek-dance.com Tickets: £20, Conc. £15 - inc Middle Eastern tea |
July Sunday 5th from 8pmEl-Tanoura Dance Performanceart of the MUJU Festival. Shafeek Ibrahim is a Master of Egyptian Dance; folkloric, Oriental and Tanoura dance (Egyptian Whirling Dervish). Shafeek will also perform Saige, the ‘double stick dance’. With Tarek Ali (keyboard), Hegag Metaal (drums) and Nazar Al Issa (vocals). Tickets: £8, Conc. £6 |
July Wednesday 8thTais ToiColchester Film SocietyFrancis Veber (Fr) 2006 86 mins subtitled Enquiries to Geoff King (01206 573742) |
July Saturday 11th Doors open: 7.45pmAcoustiCityBenny Gallagher+ Rev Simpkins. One half of hit duo Gallagher & Lyle, you probably know a lot of their songs including 'Heart on my Sleeve' and 'I Wanna Stay With You'. Benny’s songs have been performed by artists as diverse as Simon & Garfunkel, Status Quo, Donovan and Elkie Brooks. Tickets: £10 |
July Tuesday 14th at 7.30pmAn Evening of ClairvoyanceRonnie BuckinghamCurrently one of the best psychics in the country, medium Ronnie Buckingham has proved to countless people that their loved ones still exist in the spirit world and still care about them and their families' lives. Sceptical? Come along, listen to the evidence, and then decide! Tickets: £10 |
July Thursday 16th at 8pmMUJU FestivalAna SilveraA young highly original singer, songwriter and musician. Soloing with English National Opera by her teens, Ana set about defining a unique song-writing style – think Jacques Brel with fewer Gauloises, plus a pinch of Regina Spektor and Leonard Cohen. “A songsmith whose music simply aches beauty” (Time Out) Tickets: £7, Conc. £5 |
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July Friday 17th -Saturday 18th at 7.45pmSteel Magnolias By Robert HarlingBlack Ram Theatre Company for Headgate Theatre ProductionsSet in the sleepy heart of the Deep South, Steel Magnolias follows the trials and tribulations of six women in the town of Chinquipin, Louisiana. This sharp slice of American life is one of most charming and poignant comedies ever to be produced. Black Ram Theatre is one of the leading repertory theatre companies in Norfolk. Tickets: £9, Conc. £8 |
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July Monday 27th -Friday 31st 9.30am to 4.30pmDrama Workshop for 8 to 16 yr oldsPolka Dot Arts for Headgate Theatre ProductionsPolka Dot Arts for the Headgate Theatre present this 5 day intensive workshop working on 'Grease' and ‘Chicago’ which will culminate in free performances for an invited audience on the last day. Places are limited to 50 and will be allocated on receipt of money - so book early to avoid disappointment. Course Fee: £85 for the whole course |
August Wednesday 12thRed RoadColchester Film SocietyAndrea Arnold (UK/Den) 2006 114 mins Enquiries to Geoff King (01206 573742) |
August Friday 14th at 8pmRemember WhenMr Rock ‘n’ Roll with special guest tribute to Elvis – The Vegas YearsA chance to reminisce, dance and sing along to classic hits of the 50s, 60s and 70s. Starring Mr Rock 'n' Roll, East Anglia's Premiere Rock 'n' Roll entertainer and featuring a 1 hour Tribute to Elvis by leading Elvis impersonator, Adrian Elliott. Hits from Buddy Holly, Chuck Berry, Cliff Richard, Bill Haley and many more. Tickets: £10 |
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August Monday 17th -Thursday 20th from 9.30am to 4.30pmShakespeare WorkshopNeil ClenchAnother Headgate Theatre school holiday workshop for 8 to 16 year olds - but our first Shakespeare based event. This four day course promises to be great fun and high energy. The tutors have first hand experience of the subject and guarantee a good time! Places are limited to 50 – so book early to avoid disappointment. To be involved or not to be involved? That is the question. Tickets: £80 for 4 day workshop |
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August Friday 21st -Saturday 22nd at 7.30pmWest End WomenA selection of female favorites from West End and Broadway Musicals. *** In aid of St Helana Hospice and STEPS *** |
September Wednesday 9thThe Squid and the WhaleColchester Film SocietyNoah Baumbach (US) 2006 81 mins Enquiries to Geoff King (01206 573742) |